Jean-Vincent Placé, former Secretary of State for Ecology, on trial for sexual assaults

Former Secretary of State Jean-Vincent Placé is set to face trial for sexual assault allegations from two women, which he denies. The case stems from a complaint filed in November 2021 by Audrey, who accused him of groping her during a 2016 event in Seoul. She reported ongoing harassment while working for him. The second accuser, Marie, claims he assaulted her in a car in March 2017. Testimonies describe Placé as overly aggressive towards women, especially when intoxicated. His previous convictions include sexual harassment and violence. Placé continues to contest the allegations, reserving his defense for the court.